Interesting and intriguing articles from your general practitioner and internal medicine doctors at Raleigh Medical Group.
If you’re waiting until you exhibit symptoms of high blood pressure to see your Raleigh internal medicine doctor, you’re waiting too long.In most cases, high blood pressure doesn’t cause any symptoms at all, which is why it’s called the “silent killer.” Because high blood pressure can lead to serious complications, we wanted to answer some of the common questions […]
The steady humidity may be perfect for a trip to the beach, but for rigorous exercise? Not so much. We support anyone who completes a daily workout as part of a healthy routine. However, with sweltering temperatures in Raleigh and throughout the Triangle area, you might be wondering, is it safe to exercise in hot weather? The good […]
Six in ten American adults have a chronic disease. Think about that number for a minute. That’s over half. Now consider this: Four in ten U.S. adults have two or more chronic diseases such as diabetes. This all comes with a hefty price tag and contributes to the rising health care costs in America. According to […]
Eating healthy always matters. We must eat to live and what we eat affects every cell of our body. Many of us may not have the energy to dedicate to an elaborate eating plan right now. With more people eating at home, I want to give you the tips and suggestions to maintain healthy living. I […]
With the coronavirus pandemic, the very fabric of daily life has changed. We understand that there is a lot of stress and anxiety concerning this situation, and we want you to know that we are here for you. One of the ways we’re serving our patients is by offering telemedicine appointments, where you can meet […]
The pandemic has transformed every aspect of our lives. From social distancing to stay-at-home orders, our world has been transformed. While there are a lot of things that are beyond our control, there are a few things that we can do to make a difference. One of those is to stay healthy both physically and […]
Happy National Nutrition Month! It’s the perfect time of year to set up a nutrition visit as we get ready for outdoor activities and vacations. Nutrition is a key component of good health; food affects every cell in our body! Eating well allows us to feel good, stay healthy, and have the energy to enjoy the upcoming […]
As a nation, we’re stressed out. If you’re kept awake at night by anxiety or you’re experiencing stress-related high blood pressure, you’re not alone. As internal medicine doctors, we’ve seen firsthand the toll that stress can take on the body. In fact, 3 out of 4 Americans have experienced at least one stress symptom in […]
The brisk, crisp winter air can be a welcome relief from the sweltering humidity of the summer. However, if you don’t pay careful attention to this advice from your primary care physician, the weather can throw a wrench into your plans and have a devastating effect on your overall health. Our Cary and Raleigh internists […]
One out of three American adults has high blood pressure, equating to roughly 75 million people. When you take into account health care services, medications and work absences, the cost of this disease is more than $46 billion annually, according to information from the Centers for Disease Control. High blood pressure (hypertension) places you at a […]